Job Title: RF Systems Engineer
Job Description

Take a leading technical role in the design and development of navigation aid systems and subsystems. Participate in design and requirements reviews. Write requirements documents for RF systems and circuits. Tune, test, develop, and document RF systems and circuitry in a lab environment. Design and develop receivers, synthesizers, and transmitters for microwave frequencies. Develop various RF circuitry including filters, power dividers, couplers, oscillators, low-noise amplifiers, mixers, PIN switches, and attenuators. Generate schematics, perform component placement, and support layout design. Analyze and develop systems concepts incorporating link budgets, statistical performance analysis, and thermal analysis. Generate engineering documentation including BOMs, schematics, RF system block diagrams, test procedures, technical memos, and test reports. Clearly explain concepts and implementations of products or solutions via technical writing and presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint.

ResponsibilitiesPerform requirements analysis, definition, and management.Conduct functional, performance, and system design analyses.Carry out detailed trade studies, system integration, and test (verification and validation).Undertake technical planning, cost, and risk analyses.Support effectiveness analyses for subsystems and system elements.Analyze customer requirements, develop system requirements, and define allocations to lower levels.Perform detailed technical analyses for systems, subsystems, or system elements.Essential SkillsDegree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.10+ years of experience in RF systems design, testing, and analysis within SATCOM.Hands-on experience with RF component development and integration.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience with PSPICE and similar simulation tools.Proficiency in Matlab.Knowledge of AWR linear and nonlinear RF simulation.Experience with HFSS 3D electromagnetic simulator and Maxwell electrostatic and magnetostatic simulation.Familiarity with layout and schematic capture tools.Work Environment

You will work in a lab environment, tracking designs to the board level. Our team has new filters designed for projects, requiring testing and evaluation to ensure they meet specifications. You will work with a senior RF engineer who will be available for a few more months before retirement. The role involves full system-level analysis, including amplifying or demodulating RF signals and running them through a power amplifier. You will have the opportunity to work with high-profile clients such as SpaceX, NOA, and Prime Defense companies. This is an ongoing support role for field systems catering to both current and new customers.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $80.00

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Irving,TX.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 27, 2024.

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